The new Klipsch The Nines are an active powered speaker and feature an HDMI ARC port, so you can boost the sound coming from a compatible TV. There's also an optical digital audio input, plus a USB Type B input for connecting your computer. The stereo RCA analog audio input can be used to connect a standard line-level source like a CD player, or you can switch on the built-in phono preamp and connect a turntable. And there's Bluetooth for streaming music from your mobile device.
TheNines can easily serve as the primary speakers in your entertainment system. They have a very elegant look — with real wood veneer and metal knobs and switches — and deliver classic Klipsch sound quality. Each boasts an 8" high-excursion woofer and a 1" tweeter in the company's signature Tractrix® horn.
There's no need for a receiver; the active speaker has a built-in amplifier that delivers 240 watts of total power — 100 watts to each woofer, and 20 watts to each tweeter. A left/right switch on the back lets you choose the speaker configuration that works best for you. They deliver plenty of low end, but there's a mono RCA output for adding an optional subwoofer if you really want to feel the bass.
Specifications:
- Bluetooth 5.0 for music streaming via a compatible device
- built-in phono preamp
- each speaker features:
- 1" titanium tweeter with Tractrix® horn
- 8" high-excursion woofer
- rear-firing bass-reflex port
- built-in amplifier delivers 240 watts RMS total system power
- 100 watts for each woofer, 20 watts for each tweeter
- powered speaker features L/R switch for configuration flexibility
- downloadable Klipsch connect app enables firmware updates, custom EQ, and speaker placement control
- frequency response: 34-25,000 Hz (±3dB)
- max SPL: 115 dB
- 24-bit/192kHz DAC (digital-to-analog converter)
- elegant metal control knobs and switches
- real wood veneer
- remote included
- active speaker requires AC power (AC adapter provided)
Connections:
- HDMI ARC port for connecting to a compatible TV
- optical digital audio input
- USB Type B input for connecting your Mac® or PC (USB-A-to-USB-B cable included)
- stereo RCA analog audio input (selectable Line in/Phono)
- 3.5mm stereo minijack aux input
- mono RCA output for connecting an optional powered subwoofer
Dimensions and warranty:
- speaker dimensions: 9-9/16"W x 19-3/8"H x 15-11/16"D
- weight: 28.4 lbs. (active speaker); 27 lbs. (passive speaker)
- warranty: 1 year
